Full and equal participation by women is another essential component in build...

“Full and equal participation by women is another essential component in building peaceful stable societies. Women are key agents of change and must be full protagonists in our ongoing global story. Political will is a crucial element of driving women's empowerment and gender equality forward. Security Council Resolution 1325 was a milestone in recognizing this reality and the subsequent Resolutions, most recently Resolution 2122, demonstrate our resolve to pursue the goal of full and empowered participation by women in political processes. This US agenda includes a welcome and necessary increase in focus on tackling the scourge of sexual violence in armed conflict. But we must translate out global commitments into concrete actions. Achieving real gender equality requires a commitment from all of us here – men and women. It is a commitment that Ireland is proud to have made and next January we will launch commitment towards ensuring that women and girls can reach their full potential, live a life free from fear, and fully take their place at the decision-making table."